self-confidence

Leo learns how to have more confidence in himself.

As Marcus prepares to try out for his middle school baseball team, he starts to doubt himself. He eventually learns to believe in himself, and that perfect games only come with lots of practice--and some strikeouts.

This empowering, age-appropriate picture book portrays children asserting in no uncertain terms who is in charge of their bodies, voices and choices, as they proudly and loudly state, "I AM!".

"French bulldog Billy the Kid was born with an ear for music. And not just any music. He loves barking to the beat of country music! So Billy sets out to Nashville to sing his heart out. But when he meets some big bullies at the Battle of the Bow-wows, Billy worries he's barking up the wrong tree. He'll need his favorite songs ('Jowlene' and 'I Will Pawlways Love You,' of course), a group of scrappy new friends, and his favorite country music star to regain self-confidence and be the star he always knew he could be"-- Provided by publisher.

"This inspiring book combines aspiration, fun, and heartwarming moments to show children that they really can be everything they hope to be"--.

Claire, a farm girl, accepts a scholarship from Russian skating coach Andrei Grosheva to train with the elite in Lake Placid, and encounters a world of mean girls on ice, where competition is everything.

When Charm, a young witch, crash lands in Sparklegrove Forest, Bo and the other young unicorns set out to help her with her flying skills and her confidence.

Rhyming text shows the importance of believing in oneself and perseverence to achieve any goals.

"A little Black boy is determined to become a marine biologist and to protect the beaches and oceans sea creatures call home"--.

"A little Black girl confidently and joyously pursues her dream of robotics"--.